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Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Throwback Thursday: J.P. Riemens Album: Love is a Dog + Album Release Videos

Original Post: May 14, 2009 & July 11, 2009)
Updated Post: September 25, 2025

Hamilton Canadiana musician J.P. Riemens released his wonderful CD, Love is a Dog in 2009. Unfortunately, it is currently out of print but may be available through JP. 

Guests on the album include, Danny Lockwood and Carolyna Lovely (listed as Carolyna Loveless on the CD)

Below are videos from the July 10, 2009 CD Release Party.



Monday, July 16, 2018

GOOD LUCK! Local Canadian Country Music Award Nominees!


The 2018 Canadian Country Music Award nominations were unveiled recently and a number of local luminaries have been given the nod. Here's hoping a few of them will be taking home the hardware on September 9, 2018. The icing on the cake is that this year, the incredible event will be hosted by Hamilton!

Hammertown's own Chris Altmann is up for Steel Guitar Player of the Year. Peter Walker, the music director's for Hamilton's CHKX-FM was nominated for Music Director of the Year (Large Market).



Links: New Rebel Westerners, Chris Altmann, More Chris Altmann Stories, Video above courtesy of Vesna Trkulja-Stevens

In the neighbouring city of Burlington, hometown boy Tebey is in the running for Record Producer of the Year for the work on his own album, Love a Girl.



Links: Tebey, More Tebey Stories, Video above courtesy of Tebey

Down the road apiece, there's St. Catharines country superstar Tim Hicks, who's up for the Fans' Choice Award. Gavin Michael Booth, the director of his video Slide Over is nominated for Video Director of the Year. The group behind his Loud single is in the running for Creative Team of the Year.



Links: Tim Hicks, More Tim Hicks Stories, Video above courtesy of TimHicksVEVO

Other area nominees include Cambridge drummer Rich DaSilva (Drummer of the Year), two members of Waterloo's Western Swing Authority: Shane Guse (Special Instrument Player of the Year) Paul Chapman (Guitar Player of the Year) plus Barrytone Studios from St. Clements, ON (Recording Studio of the Year)



Links: Mac Shepherd, Rich DaSilva, More Rich DaSilva Stories, Video above courtesy of Rich DaSilva

Here's the complete list of nominees.

Steel Guitar Player
Music Director (Large Market)
Fans' Choice Award
Creative Team
Video Director
Drummer
Special Instrument Player
Guitar Player
Recording Studio
Album
Interactive Artist 
Songwriter(s) 
Bass Player
Fiddle Player
    Keyboard Player
    Music Director (Medium/Small Market)
    Booking Agency
    Country Club
    Country Festival, Fair or Exhibition
    Country Music Program or Special
    Management Company
      Links: Canadian Country Music Association, More CCMA Stories

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      Wednesday, October 7, 2015

      'Crazy Things' by Duane Rutter a Perfect Melding of Lyricism and Cool Riffing


      Duane Rutter is rightfully one of the most respected singer/songwriters around.  Armed with an incredible backing band, he now has a reputation as one of the most rockin' Americana/Country acts in Canada as well.  You can hear this new, fuel-injected sound on his latest amazing CD, Crazy Things (released through Busted Flat Records).

      Without sacrificing his usual beautifully crafted, rich songwork, Duane's souped up his tunes with infectious grooves and powerful guitars.  It's a perfect melding of lyricism and cool riffing.  A couple of graceful slower tracks show off the band's chops as well.

      Joining him on his new quest are his current bandmates Andrew Aldridge (guitars/Producer), Carrie Ashworth (bass), Steve "Honeyboy" Wood (pedal steel), Nick Burson (drums), Lisa Winn (vocals) and JB Reed of Human Orchestra (vocals).  Guests on the top notch album include Mark Lalama and Garth Hudson of The Band (both on keys) as well as "Sister" Maud Hudson (vocals). Mixing is done by the legendary Nick Blagona.

      So if you're looking for an album to that'll put a spring in your step, you can pick a copy up at any of Duane's live shows (including the upcoming CD Release at the Casbah on October 10, 2015).  CDs can be purchased at Encore Records in Kitchener as well.  It can also be downloaded using iTunes.





      Blast from the Past: Duane@Artword Artbar

      Links: Duane Rutter, More Duane Rutter Stories, More Releases, Videos above courtesy of Skumm60

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      Saturday, February 28, 2015

      Hamilton's Mississippi Bends Kick Things Off with an Amazing, Rockin' Americana EP


      Newly minted Steeltown band, Mississippi Bends have unleashed their fury with an amazing self-titled EP.  This is rockin' Americana made by some of the best musicians around.

      The group features incredible singer/songwriter, Mary Simon (vocals, acoustic guitar), in-demand electric guitarist Andrew Aldridge with talented veterans Carrie Ashworth (bass) and Robin Pirson (drums), Each one has an amazing musical resume on their own but together they've forged a high-energy, kickin' Country sound with soul.

      Also adding a little twist to the album is Hamilton legend Tom Wilson, who co-wrote the fabulous Go Boy Go with Simon.

      You can purchase a physical CD at the band's stunning performances or at Dr. Disc in Hamilton.  It can also be download it via their Bandcamp page.





      Videos above courtesy of Mississippi Bends

      Blast from the Past: Mississippi Bends on Barber Shop Podcast

      Links: Mississippi Bends, More Mississippi Bends Stories, More Releases

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      Tuesday, January 13, 2015

      Susan Wylde's Simply Complex an Epic Collection of Many Styles


      Local singer/songwriter Susan Wylde never gets complacent on her latest disc, Simply Complex.  Each song has its own unique personality and she adds extraordinary spirit to every single one.

      This is truly a roots (with emphasis on the plural) album as Susan explores every vein: Blues, Jazz, Country and so forth.  The intermingling of styles makes this an epic collection of hard stompin' tunes and tender, soulful melodies.

      Simply Complex also features some incredible guitar work from the late, great, Brian Griffith.  His masterful playing adds some extra beauty to a project that already boasts a ton of it.

      This album is packed with other incredible guests such as Wendell Ferguson, Jack deKeyzer, Pete Schmidt, Carrie Ashworth, Mark Cashion, Alec Fraser, John Dustin, Dave McMorrow, Rick Donaldson, Bob Siboney, Colleen Allen, Turner King, Dave Dunlop, Jerome Godboo, Paul Reddick, and Shelley Hines.

      You can download this must-have collection through cdbaby or iTunes.



      Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers

      Blast from the Past: Susan Wyle CD - Into the Light

      Links: Susan Wylde, More Susan Wylde Stories, More Releases

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      Saturday, October 4, 2014

      New Danny Medakovic CD, Jolley Cut, Makes You Dance and Makes You Think


      Dundas singer/songwriter Danny Medakovic has struck the perfect balance between lyricism and rhythm.  On his latest CD, Jolley Cut, the words either tell a story or set a mood.  Also, he and his band give almost everything an infectious bounce.  It's great to dance to but also a little more artistic than your average release.

      There's definitely a lot of fun on this album as he takes the listener to the great outdoors, Central America, on the road, and more.  For contrast, the tunes also touch on heartbreak, longing, and nostalgia.

      Danny's superb team includes his Fry Truck bandmates Matt Coleman and Carrie Ashworth as well as ex-Fry Trucker Mike Trebilcock.  Other great guests on the album are Marshall Bureau, Chris Altmann, Mary Simon, Ben Bowen, Jay Burr, Troy Dowding, Aaron Zukewich, Jeff Pearce, and Jeff Ball.

      You can pick up the CD at his phenomenal live shows or online at Indiepool.  It can also be downloaded through iTunes.








      Videos above courtesy of Dan Medakovic

      Blast from the Past: Video of Dan and Friends at the West Town

      Links: Danny Medakovic, More Dan Medakovic Stories, More Releases

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      Thursday, March 13, 2014

      News Roundup (Mississippi Bends, Harlan Pepper, Bry Webb)

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